2022-2025 Ford Maverick: Hybrid Explained

[@sharonaerneckeaitchison4500]

We currently own a Ford CMAX Hybrid ~ it's approaching 100,000 miles, and other than routine maintenance, never an issue. Thus, we have our BRAND SPANKIN' NEW 2022 Maverick on order. Come onnnn, March 2022!!

[@timjohnson1199]

Do you have your Maverick yet? How long did it take? How do you like it? Which one did you get?

[@sharonaerneckeaitchison4500]

@@timjohnson1199 We do not have possession yet. I received an email about 2 weeks ago to let me know we are in the queue!

[@onthemoverealestatephotogr9655]

I ordered a black XLT hybrid Maverick. This will be my first truck and my first hybrid. I’m psyched!

[@rdubs1705]

I ordered an XLT with all the goodies too! You should cancel your order so I get mine sooner 😋🤗

[@onthemoverealestatephotogr9655]

@@rdubs1705 hahaha not a chance! It’s exciting. Guess we’ll practice patience until December-January

[@rdubs1705]

@@onthemoverealestatephotogr9655 yeah that's about the time frame I was expecting. So much for taking my new truck on a fall camping trip this year huh?

[@onthemoverealestatephotogr9655]

@@rdubs1705 there’s always next year.

[@860GCTiesto]

I'm hoping there are people who order the hybrid but don't like it so they trade it in and I can pick it up CPO. the Ford Hybrid engine is fantasic, I have one in my lincoln and love it.

[@ccroy2001]

As someone who recently bought a Fusion hybrid, this is a great video! It is my 1st hybrid and researching online I ran into so much conflicting or just wrong information about the hybrid system. I didn't worry too much as my sister had the 1st gen Escape hybrid and it was fine. I like the way you just clearly walked through how everything works. I love driving my hybrid, you don't do anything different except buy less gas, less often!

[@willie9397]

Some people are worried about the maverick reliability but this stuff has been out for a while just on a different chassis

[@daveedson8607]

@@willie9397 Ford's hybrid system is more reliable than a conventional drivetrain and maintenance costs are much less! I've got the miles under my belt to prove it.

[@willie9397]

@@daveedson8607 I know I never said it wasn't reliable, ecvt is way better

[@CDArnoldMusic]

@@daveedson8607 How many miles and what are you driving? Looking to see if the Maverick is right for me

[@jeremywheeler8417]

This is a pretty good video thoroughly explaining the ecvt. I was really worried about it initially given what I know about Nissan cvts. I did some research first and got my order in at the beginning of july. I can't wait to get into my new car.... My very first brand new car.

[@hakkai153]

Likewise the hybrid was what sold me. Well known reliability.

[@txredkim867]

Congratulations on your very first new car purchase.

[@5556ranger]

Nice job

[@rjbean13]

Yes we had the same concern. We have a Nissan rogue with cvt issues, and was afraid of the same thing. This video helps relieve those fears.

[@jassmaan4998]

Same me i dont like cvt ,,,thx for info.im gona ordered one,,,

[@word42069]

GREAT clear and informative video! Thank you for making this, I’m seeing so many comments with people concerned about the “”cvt””…. it’s an ECVT and it shares no resemblance to the notorious CVTs of old. I would bet the Ford Mavericks with the long proven and iterated Ford Hybrid drivetrain will be even more reliable than the Ecoboost optioned ones. Mark my words, especially when you consider the fewer moving parts and regenerative braking saving the brakes in the Hybrid system. People don’t realize that Ford tested an earlier version of this Hybrid drivetrain in NYC taxis for YEARS… and many of them are still running fine!

[@bill_clinton697]

Plus, the Prius drivetrain has been used in taxis for years with no issues. And the Prius hybrid system is very similar to the type used in the Maverick and Escape hybrids.

[@kellydavis3108]

These kinds of hybrids are my favorite. You don't even think about it until you notice how good the mileage is

[@daveedson8607]

I have had 3 Ford or Lincoln hybrids. They have all been exceptional, with only 1 hybrid related failure, a switch on the ventilation damper door on my 1st hybrid, a 2005 Escape. I've put a total of over 500K miles on these, my last one was a Lincoln MKZ and I traded it in with 216K on it and it still had the original plugs and rear brakes. These cars are very refined and extremely reliable. I laugh at people who try to tell me that I will regret having a hybrid because of higher maintenance costs. Oil change on the Lincoln recommended at 10K, I pushed it to 15K with oil quality still good. Brake life is unbelievable. No transmission maintenance required. 12V battery life is great because it doesn't have the starter wearing it out. I had a Ford salesman try to low ball me on trading in my Lincoln telling me about the maintenance costs I was in store for, I laughed in his face and picked up my keys and left. I don't know many people with more hybrid experience than me, and its been all good.

[@Papadmurf18883649392]

At what mileage is the 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid battery expected to require replacement, AND, any guess on the cost? I'm driving way too much, at the moment about 30k miles per year. Ford only covers the hybrid battery to 100k, and I'm trying to decide how long of the OEM Ford Extended Warranty to purchase in light of a potential large expense to replace the hybrid battery at perhaps 100k. Would it make sense to purchase the ESP plan that goes to 150k, and hope the battery holds out, or just keep it for 3.5 years and sell it at 100k?

[@rorythmpson1118]

I have a Ford C-Max and it’s awesome , I’m about to do the first brake job at 200k the pads still have 5mm left , I got an upgrade kit so that’s why I doing that and pads , but no issues at all no starter to replace no alwtermator either

[@danmallery9142]

I have a 2014 C-Max Energi. It is one of the best cars I have ever owned. One thing that really isn't brought up is how long the consumable components last. Since the engine is used so little compared to the electric, I get over a year between oil changes (even then, it almost doesn't need it but I do anyway because I am afraid of oil viscosity breaking down because of the time). I still have the original brake pads on at 81k miles (because of regenerative braking) and the last time I check, I estimate I will get 120k miles on them! We get about 60 mpg out of it (and my wife's driving is not really ideal for maximizing mileage, either). I own 7 cars and trucks and all have V-8's except the C-Max and my sandrail so I am not exactly a tree hugger, but I will not be giving up that C-Max for commuting anytime soon unless it is for another plug in hybrid or a full electric.

[@daveedson8607]

My 2012 Lincoln MKZ hybrid had 215K miles on it at trade in and still had original rear brakes. Fronts were replaced once and were over 50%. Still had original spark plugs.

[@robertm3951]

I love the nonchalant "It can kill you."

[@wilburburnside9623]

Warning : "No Touchie"

[@timjohnson1199]

The cables looked pretty protected but, yeah, don't mess with them.

[@joezolo9986]

Your house has electricity. It has even more ways to kill you. What's your point? Do you just flip a light switch, nonchalantly? Or do you find a rubber glove and a ten foot wooden pole, to turn on a light?

[@williamborges3914]

I love my 2017 Ford C-Max Hybrid. So, I was thrilled that the Maverick will have an updated version of that incredibly smooth power train. Unlike some other manufacturers' hybrids Ford's will actually operate in electric mode at freeway speeds. My C-Max does slightly over 70 with flat grades for a few miles at a time.

[@SinAlameda]

I have recently received, after 9 months+, my hybrid Maverick. It's pretty great! I generally can't tell when the engine is running, and I've been getting 40+ mpg. The steering wheel is hard plastic and terrible in my XLT, I may change that, but everything else has been terrific. Good job Ford!

[@willie9397]

Its about time people understand that ecvt and cvt transmissions are NOT the same thing, they need to see this video, great explanation:)!

[@donreinke5863]

Both are junk. It either has dedicated gears, either manually shifted or hydraulically or I DONT own it.

[@miketresham4783]

@@donreinke5863 the horse will never be replaced by an automobile.

[@donreinke5863]

@@miketresham4783 Irrelevant. Try again

[@constantinepapoutsis6556]

"I don't like that food because I've never eaten it before!" Knowledge is power and do your research. Hybrids by Toyota have been around for over 25 years and have proven bulletproof. Ford makes their own, but only after having used Toyota's systems up until 2016. There's a reason why NY city taxicabs are all hybrids. They just work and can easily provide 300K miles before need of a new battery. And with a quarter century in service, there are tons of hybrid specialists that can replace a battery for around $2500--or the price of a transmission. Most transmissions won't make it to 300K miles. The fact is hybrids have proven to have the lowest cost of ownership of any cars. Don't be afraid of hybrids.

[@constantinepapoutsis6556]

Forgot to mention that the savings in fuel would equal apx $100/month. Ten years later that's $12,000 assuming prices don't go up--an unlikely scenario. That's a lot of batteries you can buy with that. Last point that rarely gets mentioned. When you're in the city using primarily electric motors the gas engine isn't used. From my experience with two hybrids (at 200K miles each) that works out to about one third of the time without the gas engine on. So a vehicle with, say 210K miles will only realistically have 140K miles on the engine. BONUS!

[@russburton8517]

It's good to know the regen kicks in while coasting as well as breaking. Thanks for the video

[@davidyaroch6622]

Basically,any time you’re not drawing electrical power from the battery to send to the wheels,you’re sending rotational power from the wheels to the motor/generator. Which in turn sends juice to the battery. Pretty slick.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

BREAKING LIKE falling apart ?

[@TheRnwood]

Excellent explanation of the entire system! Looking forward to this little truck coming out.

[@andresa1959]

Thank you so much for this video! Just made me more excited for my recently ordered hybrid maverick!!!

[@jarnts1]

This is the most informative, thorough explanation of how the hybrid system works, and why it is is awesome, out there. Amazing job.

[@timfoote8072]

Just recieved my new vehicle and have to say after 1000km most impressed with its performance, gas mileage is right at the 47 mpg and the electric motor will kick in at speeds above 100km if the right road conditions are present. I travel 270 km per day and mostly highway and have seen 70km + for my electric drive mode, it has cut my monthly fuel bill down by one third saving me between 250 to 300 dollars a month. My previous ride was a 2017 escape with the 1.5 ecoboost, which got great mileage as well just over 9L/ 100km and the Maverick is running an avg of 5.8L/100km. I am a trying out each of the drive modes and the normal and eco modes work about the same on the highway and if you use the sport mode it makes the throttle response time much quicker on the gas engine making passing much more effective. All in all great buy so far.

[@jameshowe5182]

I forgot to mention, my hybrid hylander was is rated at 35 mpg combined. I am averaging 37.4 mpg. I have found that the electric power can be controlled by barely touching the excelerater. All these things are explained in the owners manual. Also, I bought it off the showroom floor on a rainy Friday night 15 minutes before closing time. It stickered for $47600. After 2 hours of negotiating back and forth, my purchase price was$38700. I drove several other vehicles, but nobody would budge on price. I was getting $1600. Off sticker at best on other brands. And also my Toyota was built in southern Indiana close to home. So if this is your first hybrid. Go for it and don't look back. You'll love it.

[@robertopena365]

Great simple break down of the transmission. patiently waiting on mine!

[@craighoffman6876]

This is a very informative video that conveys how an eCVT works really well in simple terms. The Maverick is pretty cool if it fits your use profile, which for many people it will. My wife drives a '16 Ford C-Max plug in hybrid which has a similar predecessor to the Maverick's system, the main difference being it plugs in and has a bigger 7 kWh battery. The eCVT equipped hybrid is great in stop and go traffic as it's seamless, no gears. The eCVT likes to sit at 3K RPM and it will load the engine more at that RPM to a point when accelerating. It will act like a "normal" CVT and rev the engine annoyingly high if you really press it, but the car goes quite well, much more aggressive and "zippy" than a Prius, at least the older ones. It's not a hot rod but it has enough power to torque steer if ya romp on it, so that is good 😂 The key is to drive it so it sits around 3K RPM when putting a load on it, unless ya like hearing a somewhat gritty sounding 4 banger revving to 6K. The eCVTs have proven to be very reliable, as mentioned in the video they have far fewer parts in them than a conventional automatic transmission. To date my wife's C-Max with 88K miles on it literally has been flawless. It is also averaging 65 MPG thanks to the 20ish mile EV range.

[@markaruski]

Thanks for covering this and making a distinction that this isn't a 'pulley and belt'-design CVT (like the Nissan CVT disasters). Very interesting, I would consider one of these trucks!

[@wayne1916]

Thanks so much, Sam, for putting this tutorial together for all of us non-hybrid familiar Maverick fans. Great graphics and clear explanations of the various components and their functions - I learned a lot. I'm waiting patiently (actually impatiently!) for my email from Ford regarding the build date for my Maverick. First truck in many years that I've been really excited about.

[@jimh.412]

How long did it take to get your Maverick?

[@dennisporter753]

Wow.. pretty cool.. I had alot of my thoughts answered.. you made it easy for us to understand the Maverick Hybrid.. Thanks for sharing the information!

[@normanjohnson4648]

I enjoy your videos because of the technical aspect of your reviews. As a novice to the E world, but a long term car guy, you answered a number of questions I had about the Hybrid system in the new Maverick. Best video to date in the Maverick!

[@NickAlati]

I've watched probably 50 KZbin videos on this vehicle I got to be honest with you probably 40 of them sucked repeating the same old crap over and over and over. You sir probably have, no you do have the most informative video and the new 2022 Ford Maverick. Thank you

[@jamesmaccari9128]

Great video😊 I bought a hybrid Maverick yesterday. I once had a C-Max and this seems very familiar. I was surprised how truck like the maverick is and it feels like a torque monster. Did a 56 mile trip home from the dealer on rural Pennsylvania roads and got 53.8 mpg for the trip. Without using the hold feature it will roll back on you on a hill. That caught me by surprise .. The beauty of it to me is I can now escape the premium gas cost with my old car. And unlike many I dig the industrial interior but the seats for now are as hard as a rock. They may break in hopefully.

[@MikeG-nm6oc]

well we have bought one, and very please with it, very good on fuel and loads of power. 100% happy with the purchase

[@lebaron10]

I Got got my XLT in March. (Ordered the previous July.) I freaking love it...a Ford home run, right up there with the 65 Mustang !

[@Werewolf0216]

4:19 Just got my Maverick hybrid. At last minute I decided to do hybrid instead of EcoBoost and so glad I did. The Maverick definitely feels like it is smooth sailing like a boat...similar to the big old 70s cars we used to call "boats" 😀

[@vap0rtranz]

Those visuals of the motor and engine working are great! Ty

[@ZacherYT]

I had a 2011 Fusion Hybrid. Best vehicle I ever had, so I'm looking forward to this one!

[@Glenn.Cooper]

Hello - I just came across your channel and this video on the Maverick hybrid system. A very well researched and presented video - thanks!

[@jeffreysproul3436]

Very good explanation of the hybrid system on the Maverick. I ordered a Maverick XLT on July 22.

[@johndaltroff6231]

Excellent review, I was hesitant to purchase the ecvt transmission, but now I think it's the way to go. Thanks

[@ixcutamp8059]

It sounds to me like a it'll be way more reliable than your average automatic transmission

[@KB-bh9hp]

@@ixcutamp8059 It sounds like the maverick team pulled off something incredible. Designing a cool and interesting truck, that's cheaper than most sedans and hatchbacks, will gen better fuel economy, and last a much longer time. There seriously isn't a downside to this product, aside from maybe critiquing the interior for using plastics. But it looks good in xlt trim.

[@ixcutamp8059]

@@KB-bh9hp I completely agree. Kinda unrelated, but what you said makes me sad because the basic trims aren't available in Mexico as of now... We need cheap fuel efficient little trucks that can howl the family, andcarry stuff. What really boggles my mind is why it isn't available here if IT GETS MADE HERE!? Ford has always ignored this market, essentially giving Nissan and GM a chance to eat up the whole market.

[@1drummer172]

Ford will do well with this truck; it checks so many boxes for consumers and commercial users alike. Very impressive.

[@timjohnson1199]

I can't imagine them not doing well. Haven't gotten mine yet but with the gas prices climbing ...........

[@jimh.412]

@@timjohnson1199 Have you received your Maverick yet??

[@timjohnson1199]

@@jimh.412 I have not. Everyone like me seems to be getting them around the one year mark which for me would be mid October. If it doesn't happen within the next two weeks I'll get converted to a MY '23.

[@jimh.412]

@@timjohnson1199 Ok yeah I'm thinking about ordering one. Was just wondering what the average wait time was. So probably about a year wait?

[@timjohnson1199]

@@jimh.412 It's been out there a lot that the MY '23 will get production detailed and ramped up. But I would still not waste any time and order on Sept 15th when they accept new orders. Join the Maverick Truck Club for more details.

[@Steven-xd5kn]

Like it. 2010 Ranger with 2.3 Duratec is still running good and has a lot of miles left but can definitely see picking one of these Mavericks up in the future.

[@camerinw.3226]

Nice video. Haven't seen anyone else explain the cvt.

[@farmerthatflies]

A very good explanation of the hybrid system. I ordered the 2.0 and awd but after seeing this video I would be a lot more comfortable ordering the hybrid. I based my decision partly on the fact that the only experience I have had with CVTs was in smaller suvs and I was less than thrilled. Ford’s power train seems quite a bit better

[@SweetLou0523]

Its basically identical to the Prius drivetrain in concept. As long as they retain good QA and parts engineering, the hybrid powertrain will be basically bulletproof. As good as the ecoboost engines are, they are more stressed than non turbo engines. Id bet over the production run of the Mavericks, the hybrid system will have fewer overall failures.

[@williameadie8550]

Incredibly informative presentation.You gave a very clear descriptions of how the Maverick's motors and CVT work.

[@andrewbove9112]

Great video, answered all my questions. My Maverick shipped yesterday, just in time for Christmas.

[@tonycj7860]

Thank you for the video. Very thorough, yet simple and to the point.

[@haraldweltzin5117]

The brakes on my C-Max hybrid are still in good shape after 90,000 miles, thanks to regenerative braking.

[@donreinke5863]

Just wait until the battery dies and the vehicle will be worth less than the cost of replacing the battery. Brakes are cheap.

[@crazybusdriver1]

@@donreinke5863 Already replaced my battery for my 2015 Cmax it was 55$ at the ford dealer.

[@donreinke5863]

@@crazybusdriver1 Im not talking about the 12 volt battery--Im talking about the high volatge battery

[@donreinke5863]

@Mr. Cool Lets see some evidence, I DONT mean your propaganda.

[@tangydiesel1886]

We won't know for awhile on those cost. However, another hybrid like the Prius costs about $1000-3500 to replace the battery. Depends on the year, model, and if you want to go the refurbished vs new route. Far below the cost of the vehicle unless they're trashed.

[@sethmarcell1131]

Very informative video. I have about 10k on my maverick so far, nice to know how that eCVT works. Much nicer than my first gen prius, that is for sure.

[@tonydushaj3912]

I love my Maverick. 42 mpg, drives nice and very practical for reaching in the pickup bed.

[@stangirl2005]

Great video! Thanks for the easy to understand explanation of how the hybrid works. We love our Maverick hybrid!!!

[@mr.electric8559]

Very good explanation of the inner workings of this vehicle.

[@Reviews-For-You.]

Fantastic information, thank you! Mine arrives within the next week or two and I am STOKED!

[@solderbuff]

How did it go?

[@testing316]

Best video on the maverick yet

[@erichoff7511]

Great informative video on this new truck. I hope I can get one in the next three years.

[@tomgayer7793]

Visit or call all the ford dealers in your region. Let them know to call you if one becomes available. I got the hybrid xlt last week in Area 51 this way. Had to act fast and got lucky. Love it!

[@rudyelvis9468]

Excellent video! Very informative! Thank you very Much!

[@mrknoch]

1:19 Most people never have problems with their CVTs (some do, but that can be said of any transmission). I put 200,000 miles on my Ford Freestyle and it never gave me any trouble. The CVT in that huge wagon allowed it to get 25 mpg every day. Honda and other companies use CVTs in many if not most of their cars and they run like Swiss watches. By the way, this was a great video and you sounds like a great and patient teacher.

[@jeffkrupke3810]

So happy the ecvt is not a normal CVT as that was my fear after driving a Nissan.

[@BlueGoblin1]

Finally got mine. Just brushing up on the mechanics of my engine.

[@joeguyrock5230]

Glad I watched this. Waiting too and didnt know as much about that system as I thought.

[@j.s.8496]

I'm about to order one, & I noticed you said you're "waiting too".... I was just wondering,....are you having to make payments on the truck, even though you haven't received it yet??

[@4n461]

Well done. Two thumbs up!

[@evanploof2659]

Can’t wait to get it ! Thanks for the video.

[@sydecarnutz972]

Great presentation! Thank you! I ordered one myself a couple weeks ago before they cut of the 2022's for orders. You order one now, you have to get a 2023 model!

[@stevet6676]

Excellent review. I am a hybrid fan, even though electric cars are creating a stir right now. They save gas, good for the environment and no worry about range anxiety.

[@derekcarter8492]

Very good video...been wanting this setup but been wanting more info

[@JordanG123]

Wow great job. Very thorough and great common language anyone can understand.

[@Danny-fs1hk]

You are an excellent teacher and just gained another sub.

[@adamgrattan]

Great video. I've watched it many times

[@markdunham5426]

Impressed with the technical detail of your videos. I'm an ECE but this stuff doesn't come from manufacturers easily. Glad to hear some are using separate axle motors for AWD, does Honda or Hyundai for theirs?

[@timjohnson1199]

All the salesman at the Ford dealerships thought it was the belt system too. I was a little surprised at that.

[@KU9L]

Very good info, now I just have to wait for Inventory to be in stock this fall so I can flat-four tow it behind our motorhome. It makes much more sense to park the motorhome and go out exploring for the day with the hybrid setup.

[@cassiocm]

Thank you Sam! Great explanation, super clear, but detailed.

[@ubacow7109]

I wish it was awd hybrid, would be cool to be like volvos with twin chargers as well

[@cocinandoporherencia2924]

Good video

[@Alex-px2mb]

I have a 2010 Escape Hybrid Limited with 96,000 miles on it and it still runs perfectly. It has a very similar system, except that this new truck is of course updated and modernized. But the basic powertrain and theory of operation is the same. I love the car. After 12 years, I still get MPG ratings that are dead bang in the middle of the EPA's original estimates. In other words, this is not a "sketchy sci-fi" powertrain. It has been proven over hundreds of millions of miles already on the road, sometimes in cars dating back to 2005 that are still running well. Maintenance on the gas engine is EASY: this is not a complicated, twin-turbocharged, VVT engine with a lot of extra hoses and so forth. The transaxles are *bulletproof* - they've gone more than 300,000 miles as taxicabs in New York City. On mine, I just change the fluid every 60,000 miles. Then the engine oil and filter, air filter, spark plugs, etc., and you have to keep tabs on the separate cooling system that is used to keep the temperatures of the high voltage electrical components in range. The only question I still have is: HOW is the HV Battery's thermal management done? In the early 2005-2009 Escape Hybrids, there was a second A/C Evaporator in the rear cargo compartment kick panel that supplied cold air to the battery when needed. In 2010 Ford deleted that, and it was a mistake. The only question I have to look into before ordering one of these is to know more about the battery thermal management. Otherwise, this is an EXCELLENT powertrain for a small pickup truck or SUV. And it's at a great price. The 2010 Limited Hybrid was about $33,000 when new in 2010: that's more than $43,000 today. Ford is doing a great job.

[@mikek6304]

Excellent explanation and video

[@DavidGarcia-lh2ct]

Great video! Thank you ..! I am really excited I purchase a hybrid mav now! Thanks again for this great video.

[@waltergilbert3715]

How much electric batteries cost

[@mrdonsmith]

Until I saw this video, I really didn't understand 'hybrid' but thought I did. I thought it involved a lot more instead of being invisible to the driver as you describe. I thought you had to plug it in at night if you wanted electric power the next day instead of the invisible back and forth that you described. Until this video, I would have rejected a hybrid Maverick out of hand but now re-thinking the hybrid version. Thank you.

[@timjohnson1199]

Similar to me but I rejected the the common CVT. The eCVT is a huge positive

[@jameslonergan5840]

It would be fun to see a size comparison of the new Ford Maverick along side a first generation Ford ranger.

[@davidyaroch6622]

You can search places like Edmunds to get the specs. I had a 99 extra cab Sport.

[@patrickg.7668]

Always appreciate your news and updates. Would you consider doing a thorough pros & cons commentary on the Ford Maverick Hybrid Lithium battery? Particularly the safety of it all, lithium battery risks, fires, why the placement of where it will sit and why, etc. I'd appreciate your consideration on it. Peace...

[@slaapjynog2630]

Appreciate the fact that working on the hybrid might kill me… any other surprises I need to be aware of?

[@donreinke5863]

Yeah--WHEN the battery dies the cost of replacing it will likely exceed the vehicles value.

[@slaapjynog2630]

@@donreinke5863 - yeah, & the turbo just sounds like a whole lot more fun too.

[@donreinke5863]

@Mr. Cool Doubtful. There are ominous signs of inflation across the board anyway.....and since those batteries are made from substances subject to fluctuations in the commodities markets, thats a big if. When the demand goes up..prices will also.

[@donreinke5863]

@Mr. Cool You very obviously have a poor understanding of inflation and basic economics. The Lincoln Continental Mark II (actually a very basic vehicle even by 1970s standards) sold for 10k in 1956..By the late 1970s luxury vehicles were nearly double that and some now exceed 100k The cheapest pile of Hyundai or Kia crap costs over 1 1/2 times what that top of the line Lincoln did.65 years ago

[@timjohnson1199]

@@donreinke5863 It's not a big battery. Even if it tripled in price it's doable.

[@garychristison5773]

You answered a couple of my questions that I had a hard time finding. A planetary gear system instead of a clutch or belt CVT. Another question I had trouble finding, is the AC electric or belt driven. I'd double check before buying, but I believe you. No one in the hot climate wants the AC cutting off when the internal combustion engine turns off. Companies like Ford sometimes cut corners and try to adapt their old technology. In this case, it sounds like they are doing it right.

[@bryanmills2295]

The AC on my C-Max hybrid is electric, not belt-driven. Pretty sure the Maverick will have a similar setup.

[@LS-yv8zh]

its actually a bad thing its electronic..

[@davidduffy2046]

We need a test drive report OF THIS TRUCK

[@mattflorio7469]

Great informative video! 👍🏻

[@xtrythis1170]

Great video. Wish someone explained the F150 Powerboost hybrid this well. I bought one 4 months ago and have really been enjoying it! 👍

[@bobjones8864]

Good and clearly stated information, thanks.

[@horaciolinares8597]

Wow! Great Video ! Answered all my question thank you☺️👍

[@billyriley7340]

Thanks for the video very good Is it E85 friendly or flex fuel?

[@critterIMHO]

This is like a high tech version of a diesel electric locomotive. Big trucks should have gone in this direction long ago. I’m thinking a maverick pick up may be in my future.

[@PecosNM]

Great video, I'd like to see something that covers what this truck can realistically carry in the bed. Do sheets of plywood really fit between the wheel wells, how many yards of gravel or dirt can it carry etc. I'm a DIY homeowner and would hate to get something that really can't be used as a truck on occasion.

[@tompain2751]

Plywood, will rest on the wheel wells, and the tailgate. The tailgate has a half open setting, to match wheel well height.

[@LS-yv8zh]

you can carry 1500lbs of gravel and dirt in the bed i think you'll be ok

[@louc8782]

As always excellent video, even though my order is the Maverick XLT AWD it's Great to know what options are out there and how theywork. We live in snow country so the AWD is much needed BUT when my Wife is ready to trade this in Ford should have the hybrid in AWD by then.

[@lukerinderknecht2982]

Excellent video, learned a lot 👍

[@realazduffman]

Good luck finding one, Ford has already said few standard hybrids will be on dealer lots

[@toby7291]

I looked at them a month or so ago on the Ford Website and you could build and order right there on the Ford website.

[@realazduffman]

@@toby7291 You can, but most people will take delivery from dealer stock. Any incentives will come from dealer stock.

[@michaellamar2475]

I am seriously considering this truck!

[@stevecurrier2462]

Seems like the same system as the Fusion hybrid. Loved that car, 41 in town, 40 on highway and I got that EPA rating.

[@TestDrivenTV]

Virtually identical

[@timjohnson1199]

When I first noticed this truck I heard it was a CVT and I discounted it. Then I found out it was a eCVT. Placed my order last week, no idea when I will see it. Really looking forward to it

[@raymondramirez9177]

The Ford transmissions may seem to work as an CVT but they are not Continously Variable Transmissions, because they only have one fixed reduction gear and never vary. What varies is the electric motor speed, just like an electric power tool. The main traction motor is the primary drive at all times.The gasoline engine is not coupled at low speeds or in reverse, and they do have a clutch to engage to the motor/generator (which acts as the starter) when more power is requested at the accelerator, and if the battery charge is low. I have a 2014 Fusion Hybrid with the HF35 and you can read plenty on how it works on KZbin, especially on the Weber University site. The HF35 has a planetary gear set to allow two power sources inputs (engine and motor/generator) and one output added to the main taction motor. Ford hybrids are mostly electrics than true hybrids. If the battery was huge, it can run almost forever on electricity. That is what the "Energi" models can do with external recharging. Some Fusion Energi owners never add gasoline in years! For the same reason, the engine oil can last over a year but the system is programmed to notify an oil change every year. I do it to keep the warranty, but in the future, I can just watch the engine oil life percentage and change it when it goes below 10%.

[@craigyoung3863]

thanks for the explanation!

[@jreid641]

Good information. I’ve been wanting to know more about it too.

[@familyguygarage8546]

Great video! Tons of information! Thanks!

[@stevethomas760]

A minor thing but I usually let my engine warm up a couple minutes to let the oil get moving. Doesn't look like this would work with this set up. Oil change intervals the same as a conventional engine? Interested in the Maverick but it looks like I might be late to the party with all of the orders, especially for the hybrid.

[@richardrinebold3745]

Great explanation, My question is how well does the hybrid perform in northeast weather conditions (Northeast Pennsylvania), ie. snowy, icy or muddy roads?

[@Stixismyname]

Can you cover flat towing the Maverick hybrid?

[@TestDrivenTV]

Not really. We don’t have the equipment or the ability to actually try it. We don’t have the expertise or knowledge of what it takes to do it. Frankly, if we tried covering it, we would risk getting sued for somebody damaging their vehicle following our advice. My best advice to you is look in the owners manual and do what it says or don’t do what it says not to do.

[@stephenmanns5833]

Excellent Video Bro!

[@relevation0]

How does the heater work?

[@TestDrivenTV]

Same as any other car

[@relevation0]

@@TestDrivenTV just wondering since you said the engine doesn't turn on when you "start" the vehicle. I guess it does when it is cold 🥶